Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which doctor should I consult in the case of ear cancer?

Ear cancer is usually diagnosed by a ear-nose-throat (ENT) specialist. Treatment may require additional specialty consultation from a head and neck surgeon, plastic surgeon and radiologist.

2. Which cancer has a worse prognosis – malignant melanoma or basal cell cancer?

Malignant melanoma often has a worse prognosis as compared to basal cell cancer since basal cell cancer usually spreads locally, while malignant melanoma can spread to vital organs.

Published on Feb 19, 2015
Last Updated on Jul 09, 2021

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